BIPOC Economic Success Trust (BEST) dba Black Economic Success Trust stands as a transformative force, committed to driving tangible change in the lives of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Through innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy, we are dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers, fostering economic empowerment, and nurturing inclusive entrepreneurship.
Our impact ripples across communities, sparking economic growth, amplifying diverse voices, and cultivating a landscape where BIPOC individuals and businesses thrive. BEST is not just an organization; it's a
catalyst for sustainable progress, equity, and the realization of dreams. Join us in building a future where BIPOC economic success is not just an aspiration but a lived reality, where every individual's potential is unleashed, and where our collective strength reshapes the world for the better.
B.E.S.T. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to minimize the traumatic effects of racism in BIPOC communities by strategically leveraging partnerships in an effort to dismantle systemic barriers that impede building wealth. Our economic development focus areas are:
• BEST Founder, Executive Director
• DenverBlackPages.com, President
• Board President, Fundraising Committee Chair
• Founder and CEO, Goshen Development
• Board Treasurer, Programs Committee Chair
• Retired City of Aurora Court Administrator; Univ Denver Adjunct Professor
• Board Member
• Founding Pastor, Grace Christian Center
• Board Secretary
• President, NAACP Denver
• Board Member, Marketing Director
• Founder & CEO, Keos Marketing
• Board Member, Public and Community Relations Director
• Principle, Ivy Communications
• Board Member, Success Summit Committee Chair
• President & Owner of KennJohn, LLC
• Advisory Board Member
• President of the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL)
• Board Member, Leadership Program Coordinator
• Regional President for Travelers Insurance Company
• Board Member
• Founder & CEO, IDEAs
Check back soon for information about the 2024 Success Summit.